Join us on a guided tour for a fascinating look at Kew's spicy plants. Find out how spices grow and how they get from the garden to the kitchen. Tours take place daily at noon and 2pm and last one hour.

What better start to the day than an invigorating walk or a refreshing morning stroll in the Gardens? With exclusive out-of-hours access to the Gardens, enjoy the peaceful surroundings and vast open spaces before the gates open to the public.

Event date:

29 June 2015 to 4 September 2015

Event details:

Monday to Friday only

Price:

Friends of Kew only (free) who may also bring their normal complement of family guest/children at no extra charge. No additional paying guests. No booking required – just bring your membership card with you to gain free entry for you and your family guest/children (where applicable).

A stunning exhibition of paintings of Kew’s Heritage Trees by Masumi Yamanaka on display at the Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art.

Event date:

21 February 2015 to 9 August 2015

Event details:

Everyday except Mondays. From 29 March the exhibition will close at 5.30pm.

Price:

Included with entry to the Gardens

Venue:

Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art. Due to staff shortages, both the Shirley Sherwood Gallery and the Marianne North Gallery will be closed on Mondays until further notice. Please contact the galleries on 020 8332 3622 to confirm opening hours.